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The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views

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The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views

  • The five star Hayloft is full of character with its exposed beams, log burner and wooden floors. This delightful Grade II Listed Building has been tastefully restored to provide spacious, high quality accommodation with charm and character.

    Cosy up in front of the log burner in the open plan sitting/dining area which adjoins the fully equipped kitchen. The wooden staircase leads to a spacious mezzanine bedroom with a super king or twin beds from which you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the surrounding Teesdale countryside.

    The luxury ground floor bathroom has a double ended bath, overhead shower, heated towel rail and soft fluffy dressing gowns to provide the ultimate relaxation after a busy day sightseeing.

    The Hayloft has it’s own secluded garden with patio area, seating and BBQ. The perfect place to sit back and unwind while listening to birdsong.

    The villages of Piercebridge and Gainford and both located within one mile and provide friendly local services including newsagents, general stores, a great selection of cafés, post office, hairdresser, ‘Chippie’ and organic farm shop. There are some fantastic local country pubs and quality restaurants in the area.

    A stone’s throw from the Teesdale Way we are an ideal base for walkers who want to explore the Dale. The Dales include the nearby Swaledale and Weardale which have many bridleways, riverside footpaths and cycle trails. We have a drying area and lock up/store room for walking and cycling equipment.

    Delightfully situated in the foothills of the glorious rolling Teesdale countryside in County Durham, our holiday cottage is perfect for a romantic break, a family holiday or as a country retreat for the discerning business traveller.

    Facilities include:

    Welcome hamper
    Fully equipped kitchen with electric cooker/hob,
    microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Tassimo
    pod coffee machine and washing machine/dryer
    Log burner (logs and kindling supplied)
    Free Wi-Fi connection
    SMART TV and DVD, CD player, iPod docking station and DAB radio plus a TV in the bedroom
    Excellent selection of books, DVD's, music and games provided.
    Full oil central heating
    Linen and towels provided
    Cot, high chair, stair gates and toys available
    Secluded garden with patio, seating and BBQ
    Ample parking
    Morning paper on request
    No smoking in property
    Well behaved dogs are welcome in The Hayloft. An
    extra charge of £20 is payable per dog and a
    maximum of two dogs are allowed.

    The owners also have two, two bedroom cottages near to The City of Durham. Please refer to the owners website for further details and availability.

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About the area

Located in Darlington, this cottage is in a rural area. Blackwell Grange Golf Club and Heritage Park Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gainford Arts Centre and Walworth Castle Birds of Prey. Travelling with kids? Consider Darlington Railway Centre and Museum, or check out an event or a game at The Darlington Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. Visit our Darlington travel guide
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County Durham, ENG

What's nearby

  • A historic castle with multiple towers and a flag, surrounded by a grassy field and a large tree.
    Raby Castle
    17 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • A historic church with a large arch, a river with people stepping on stepping stones, and a park with trees and people in the background.
    Yorkshire Dales National Park
    28 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • A pitcher plant with a red rim and green leaves.
    Durham University
    37 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Gainford Arts Centre
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Rockliffe Hotel Spa
    20 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Heighington Station
    15 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mainsgill Farm Shop
    12 min drive
  • White Heifer That Travelled
    12 min drive
  • Sliceburg
    10 min drive
  • Baydale Beck
    6 min drive
  • The Mowden
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views located?

This family-friendly Darlington cottage is located in a rural location, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gainford Arts Centre, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Walworth Castle Birds of Prey and Darlington Railway Centre and Museum. Teesdale Leisure Centre and Sweet Greetings are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely be back to stay again

The Hayloft was such a lovely place to stay. It was cosy with everything you needed. The log burner made it extra cosy. The welcoming gifts were a lovely surprise. Laura and her family couldn't have been more helpful. We really didn't want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brilliant Holiday Stay

We had a most enjoyable stay at the Hayloft, everything in the cottage was perfect in cleanliness and comfort, and our Hosts were very nice people very easy to talk to and very helpful. All in all we had a wonderful holiday, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short break

We stayed as a couple (with a dog) and couldn't have asked for a nicer house or a friendlier welcome. We loved the log burner and the walk along the Tees river to the cafe at Pierce bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home from home

A beautifully presented property, with thoughtful touches from the owner and fully equipped for every eventuality.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luxurious

A lovely converted barn - ideal for a peaceful getaway with everything needed for a luxury break.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage!

We stayed for the entire month of July and enjoyed it immensely. Hayloft was very well fired out and extremely comfortable. Very convenient to get down to the Yorkshire Dales & Moors ( Richmond, Thirsk, Leyburn, Ripon, etc.) or up to Bamburg Castle, Alnwick Castle, Lindisfarne/Holy Island, etc. We definitely recommend it!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022
Archival

8/10 Good

Delightful countryside escape

My fiance had a very peaceful and relaxing time here. Located on a working farm it was very quiet and peaceful, yet we had Hens and cats and a very friendly Dog passing by our front window, with a wonderful bedroom window view of the fields. The split level room is ideal for a romantic getaway, with a well equipped kitchen for self catering, and a luxury bedroom upstairs. The nearby towns of Darlington and Barnard Castle were close enough for small excursions, and we enjoyed meeting Sue and her husband Michael who are the perfect hosts. Wi Fi internet was fast enough for doing emails and using social sites. The cold weather made no difference to our stay, as the place was always warm and very cosy. ps. The scones were delicious - and a welcome treat, with a very nice red wine too. We would definitely return !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Sehr angenehme Gastgeber. Ruhige Lage. genau richtig zur Erholung.

Sehr angenehm. Wenn man Kontakt zu den Gastgebern haben möchte (auch wegen der Tiere) ist das möglich. Wer seine Ruhe haben möchte, findet diese auch.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property with highest quality interior.

We had a lovely short break, really surprised how nice the accomodation was, everything we wanted was supplied, decor and furniture lovely, view from the rooms fantastic. Super warm with the log burner and the most enormous bed we've slept in. Great to walk the dogs in the nearby field, looking forward to returning next year. Ten out of ten.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A comfortable and relaxing place to stay

We wanted a place to get away from it all and the Hayloft provides that. Glass of wine sitting on the small secluded patio under a wonderful old walnut tree....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing and picturesque break

The property was lovely in every way, clean, cozy and warm. I would highly recommend a stay in this peaceful cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent holiday retreat

Excellent holiday retreat from the hamper on arrival, informative leaflets on the local area to the farm animals that our dog loved to play around with. Very quiet but close to local amenities great for a qetaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home.

Stayed in Hayloft cottage which is warm, comfortable and very well appointed. Super comfortable bed! First visit to this part of the country and made to fell very welcome. Hope we can stay longer next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

We found the property to be of very good quality. It was comfortable and well equipped.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing!

Every aspect of our stay was perfect. Sue was there to welcome us and show us around. The Hay Loft is a wonderful retreat, beautiful location, comfortable and well designed living space and the best sleep we had in weeks! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property in a great location

The Hayloft is a fantastic barn conversion with great attention to detail. Great location for Durham , Teesdale and Yorkshire Dales. Only had 3 nights here but will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Holiday Home

This is a beautiful and well equipped holiday home, the owners were lovely and the home made jam and scones were a right treat. You are perfectly placed for many days out, there are lots of things to see and do near by. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely, comfortable, well equiped, peaceful

The 'Hayloft' was just superb, clean, well equipped (esp kitchen), looked after and nicely decorated. Can't fault the place or the friendly owner. If you want a peaceful, pretty place to stay, this is just the ticket.